03 Oct 2025

The Cabinet cleared the widening of the Kaliabor-Numaligarh section of NH-715 in Assam earlier this week, with the project set to be executed on the engineering, procurement and construction model. With an estimated cost of INR 6,957 crore, the 85.675 km stretch will incorporate wildlife-friendly features, particularly on the Kaziranga National Park segment, where heavy traffic and flooding during monsoons have endangered wildlife movement and safety.Read more

03 Oct 2025

The six-laning of the 20-kilometre stretch of Mumbai-Agra highway between Gonde and Pimpri Sado is now scheduled for completion by December 2026, earlier than the original March 2027 deadline. NHAI has accelerated the work to handle the expected surge of pilgrims during the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, particularly in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar. The stretch connects to the Samruddhi Expressway, which will facilitate smoother travel. Post-Mela, the highway will be further expanded up to Vadpe, improving regional connectivity and supporting traffic management during major events.Read more

03 Oct 2025

The Maharashtra registration department has allowed tenant agreements to be registered at any sub-registrar office within a district, removing the earlier taluka-based restriction. Part of the One District, One Registration scheme, the move aims to speed up leave-and-licence registrations and ease delays caused by uneven workloads. Piloted successfully in Pune, the reform will now cover all 519 sub-registrar offices statewide. Alongside, the government has launched e-Pramaan in Satara, enabling citizens to access digitally signed certified copies of property records online. Together, these measures are set to reduce congestion, enhance transparency, and bring greater efficiency to property-related transactions across Maharashtra.Read more

03 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield collaborated with Kalyani Developers to host the Walkathon - Abilities Recruitment March at Kalyani Tech Park as part of Hilton's Travel With Purpose Week. The event focused on inclusivity, accessibility, and empowerment of specially-abled individuals. With participation from industry leaders, NGOs, Rotary clubs, and community members, the initiative underscored Hilton's ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and purpose-driven hospitality while strengthening its longstanding association with Kalyani Developers.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Thiruvananthapuram is set to revamp underutilized spaces beneath the Chackai-Enchakkal flyover, turning them into safe, visually appealing, and culturally reflective public areas. The INR 6.1 crore Smart City project covers 14,694 square meters and includes art installations, decorative lighting, landscaping, and streetscape enhancements. Spatial zoning will guide the use of narrow, medium, and wide sections, with features ranging from shade-tolerant plants to sculptural landscaping and vertical art walls. The initiative aims to blend functionality, aesthetics, and Kerala's cultural identity while improving public safety and urban experience.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Navi Mumbai International Airport is scheduled to be inaugurated on October 8, following clearance from the DGCA. The airport is being developed in five phases by Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd, with the Adani Group as the majority stakeholder and CIDCO holding a minority share. Gautam Adani recently visited the site, meeting the workforce that contributed to its construction and acknowledging their efforts. Once fully operational, the airport will accommodate 90 million passengers annually and handle 3.2 million tonnes of cargo, establishing it as a major aviation hub in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Asia.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Malaysia is preparing a roadmap to transform its steel industry into a fully green sector by 2050. The plan aims to manage overcapacity, restructure licensing, and prepare for decarbonisation. Measures include clear licensing guidelines, carbon pricing, transparency frameworks, and better access to finance for green and high-value production. The industry faces challenges such as high carbon intensity and a supply-demand imbalance. Malaysia also recommends ASEAN collaboration through shared databases, common decarbonisation pathways, and green steel hubs to improve competitiveness and support sustainable growth in the regional steel market.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Nagpur Metro has started building Maharashtra's longest balanced cantilever (CLC) bridge along the Reach-3A Hingna corridor under Metro Phase-2. The 271-meter bridge will cross the Vena river without any piers in the water, using a specialized construction technique to ensure stability while preserving the river ecosystem. Developed by Kalpataru Projects International Limited with design by KPIL's Ayesa team and independent validation by VNIT Nagpur, the bridge is part of a INR 378 crore project with seven stations. Completion is expected in 18 months, enhancing connectivity and metro travel efficiency in the region.Read more

03 Oct 2025

The Kerala government has sanctioned INR 17.31 crore for the 600-meter HMT-NAD stretch under the second phase of the Seaport-Airport Road project. The Roads and Bridges Development Corporation of Kerala (RBDCK) will issue tenders once technical approvals are completed. Land acquisition for this section and the 6.5 km NAD-Mahilalayam stretch is progressing, with compensation for 90% of the 529 landholdings expected soon. Earlier allocations include INR 32.26 crore for the NAD section and INR 569.34 crore from KIIFB for land acquisition, aiming to improve connectivity to Kochi airport and ease traffic congestion.Read more

03 Oct 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth INR 36.50 crore in Ganderbal district. The initiatives cover sports infrastructure, power supply, and road connectivity, aiming to enhance local facilities and improve daily life for residents. Key projects included stadium upgrades, new playfields, a 33/11 kV power receiving station, synthetic athletic tracks, and multiple road construction and upgradation works. These efforts highlight the government's focus on strengthening infrastructure and promoting balanced regional development in Ganderbal.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Mattancherry Water Metro terminal in Kochi is scheduled for inauguration in the second week of October, fulfilling a long-standing demand of local residents. The project began in 2019 but faced significant delays due to a non-performing contractor and issues in connecting high-tension electricity to the terminal. Local authorities resumed work under a new contractor after public protests. Plans are also underway to introduce feeder bus services linking Mattancherry and Fort Kochi, improving accessibility for both tourists and residents.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Delhi government has set an eight-month deadline to complete the long-delayed Barapullah Phase-III flyover, which will connect Mayur Vihar-I in East Delhi with AIIMS in South Delhi. Initiated in 2015, the project has faced repeated delays due to land acquisition issues, environmental approvals, flooding, and coordination challenges among departments. With 333 trees cleared, transplanted, or pruned, and remaining construction work underway, the elevated corridor is expected to ease traffic congestion, provide better connectivity, and reduce commute times, benefiting thousands of daily travelers across the city.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved the doubling of the 104 km Bakhtiyarpur-Rajgir-Tilaiya railway line in Bihar with an investment of INR 2,192 crore. The project will enhance rail connectivity, improve service reliability, and boost freight and passenger capacity across four districts. Covering around 1,434 villages and benefitting 13.46 lakh people, the line connects important destinations like Rajgir, Nalanda, and Pawapuri. It also supports freight movement for commodities like coal, cement, clinker, and fly ash, while reducing oil imports and CO? emissions. The initiative aligns with the PM-Gati Shakti plan for integrated infrastructure.Read more

02 Oct 2025

Navi Mumbai International Airport has received its aerodrome licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, enabling the project to move towards operational readiness. The licence was issued after the airport met regulatory and safety requirements. Developed by Adani Group and CIDCO in five phases, the airport's first stage is expected to serve 20 million passengers a year and handle 0.5 million metric tons of cargo. With this approval, NMIA becomes the second airport for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with inauguration expected soon.Read more

02 Oct 2025

India is advancing four major hydropower and reservoir projects in Jammu & Kashmir after the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan was suspended. The projects-930 MW Kirthai, 240 MW Uri-II Stage II, 2130 MW Dulhasti Stage II, and the Tulbul navigation project-aim to increase storage and power generation on the Chenab and Jhelum rivers. Developed by NHPC and JKSPDC, the initiatives involve design changes, civil works tenders, and feasibility studies. Estimated costs range between INR 8,000 crore and INR 28,000 crore. These projects also align with India's wider push to expand renewable energy and strengthen water infrastructure in the region.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Delhi government has approved over INR 1,000 crore for 431 development projects across 360 villages, marking the first large-scale initiative for rural areas at once. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasized that villages are central to Delhi's identity and are vital for balanced urban-rural growth. The projects focus on roads, drainage, ponds, parks, community centers, sports fields, and cremation grounds. These will be executed across 30 assembly and four parliamentary constituencies with oversight to ensure transparency and efficient implementation.Read more

02 Oct 2025

Several piers of the Metro 6 corridor were removed after the depot entry alignment was revised, as MMRDA plans to implement a temporary siding for initial operations by 2026. The depot site is involved in ongoing legal disputes over ownership between the Central government and a private party. MMRDA has awarded a INR 2,269-crore contract to NCC for trains, signalling systems, and platform screen doors. The depot will include stabling lines, workshops, an operations centre, and washing facilities. Once operational, Metro 6 will provide a crucial east-west connection in Mumbai.Read more

02 Oct 2025

Nagaland has allocated INR 6 crore for urgent repair work on a vulnerable stretch of National Highway 29, which has been sinking due to heavy rainfall and ground subsidence. The Deputy Chief Minister inspected sections at Liezocha 'C' Khel and Kezanu, noting that one 300 metre portion has completely collapsed. Of the allocated funds, INR 4 crore comes from the state and INR 2 crore from central resources. Earlier, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways had sanctioned INR 19 crore for blacktopping a 12.6 km stretch. Long-term solutions include constructing two bypass routes, with one previously approved but delayed due to land acquisition challenges, and proposals are being pushed for central approval to declare them as national highways.Read more

02 Oct 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved INR 1,187 crore for infrastructure development in Varanasi, targeting sewerage and water supply systems. This funding will cover 18 wards, including the recently merged areas of Ramnagar and Sujabad. The projects are designed to enhance sanitation, provide safe drinking water, and improve overall living conditions for over seven lakh residents. Key constituencies benefiting include Varanasi Cantt, City South, City North, and Rohaniya. The phased implementation aims at addressing critical urban infrastructure gaps effectively.Read more

01 Oct 2025

A large-scale cleanliness drive was carried out on the Sion-Panvel Highway and Thane-Belapur Road in Navi Mumbai, where more than 7,000 citizens, civic officials, staff, and volunteers participated despite heavy rainfall. The initiative, conducted under the ongoing 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign of the Central Government, saw significant involvement from over 5,000 members of Dr Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan. The civic body emphasised public participation, with additional commissioners and senior officials also joining the efforts, reinforcing Navi Mumbai's commitment to maintaining its reputation as a clean city.Read more